Continuing a legacy spanning more than 100 years

The Messenger-Press is back. For Allentown, Upper Freehold and Millstone, the name is...

Tyler Bunnell’s work ethic builds record-setting Robbinsville career

And just like that, Tyler Bunnell is looking at the end of a high school career in which...

HoVal Commentary: Referendum would give unelected official too much power

The “Chart a New Course” initiative seeks to place a referendum on the November 2026 ballot that would...

HoVal Inbox: Ex-mayor says reject old scheme from Chart New Course

Why do the petitioners calling themselves “Chart New Course,” who propose new township governance, promote one specific form...

Trenton police detective indicted on misconduct charges

A Trenton police detective has been indicted on multiple criminal charges tied to an alleged unlawful use of...

Sam Marrazzo, noted area businessman, passes away (updated)

Sam Marrazzo, 76, the long-time owner of Marrazzo's Market in Ewing, died on Feb. 23. Marrazzo was also the proprietor of Marrazzo's Thriftway in...

MCT champion wrestlers make Hamilton history

Area sports history was made on Jan. 28, and several girls from Steinert and Hamilton West were central figures on the big stage. ...

Hopewell Valley wrestling wins sectionals for first time

When Mario Harpel took over the Hopewell Valley Central High wrestling program 19 years ago, he wasn’t intimidated by Mercer County’s less-than-sterling reputation in...

No municipal tax increase proposed in 2024 Lawrence budget

Lawrence Township administration has proposed a municipal budget for 2024 with no municipal tax increase. ...

Complex Simplicity: WWGWD — What would George Washington do?

I recently published a graphic novel biography of George Washington, the culmination of several years’ worth of reading, writing, and editing. I’m very happy...

Celebrating the artistry of a Mercer County hip hop pioneer

Passage Theater in Trenton has been marking the 50th anniversary of the creation of hip hop by developing a new stage work based on...